Best of Both Worlds with Cruise West

NWC Alaskan Cruise 2006 cont.
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Day 5-Frederick Sound and Tracy Arm

Today was the day to see humpback whales in the 45 mile long Frederick Sound.  A side trip along 25 mile long Tracy Arm was also included.  At the end of the day the group transferred to Spirit of Alaska to spend the rest of the trip.

Below are some pictures of  Humpback whales seen that day

          Feeding               Heading down         Fluke                 Breaching   

       Tufted-Puffins                Raven                Spirit of Alaska

Day 6-Skagway and Haines

Sightseeing in the Skagway and Haines was part of the day's journey along with some cruising.

  And you thought WI had 

        snow problems                             No matter where you look amazing views

                         Sea Otter             Mountain Goats        Surf Scoter

Day 7-Glaceir Bay National Park and Preserve

Today was the day of wildlife with the help of a park ranger, who spend the day on the ship, to help point things, including whales.  A rare teat was also enjoyed on this day...WOLVES!

               Steller's Sea Lions                        Pelagic Cormorants & Gulls

                                 Wolves!!!!!!                                 More amazing views!

       Mother and calf     Breaching and the splash               Gorgeous sunset

Day 8-Juneau

Today the group got to go out on their own and do some land sightseeing or opt for additional tour such as Mendenhall Glacier tour.  They also had to say good-bye to the crazy crew.  The night was spent at Goldbelt Hotel and the next day saw our members safely back home.

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